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Annan Asks Iraq to Clarify Arms Talk Overture

U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan said Monday that he would ask for "clarifications" on last week's invitation from Iraq to start arms talks, saying he expects Baghdad to show some willingness to provide access to a full team of weapons inspectors.

Naming the Detainees

Should the U.S. Justice Dept. have to reveal the names of detainees held in the Sept. 11 investigation? Two experts join the debate.

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Iraq Offers to Open Dialogue About Weapons Inspections

As the U.S. continues to discuss potential efforts to oust the government of Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein, Iraq's foreign minister invited the lead United Nations weapons inspector to meet in Baghdad to discuss the possibility of resuming inspections.

U.S., Southeast Asian Nations Vow to Combat Terrorism

In a move aimed at bolstering efforts to combat international terrorism, the United States and a bloc of Southeast Asian nations signed a major treaty Thursday aimed at improving intelligence sharing and police cooperation.

The Threat from Iraq

Jim Lehrer hosts a debate on possible U.S. military action against Iraq to overthrow the regime of Saddam Hussein.

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America’s History of Intervention in Foreign Nations

Historians discuss America's history of military and political intervention in foreign nations.

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Homeland Security Update

Ray Suarez reports on the day's developments in Congress on homeland security legislation.

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Judge Rejects Guilty Plea in Moussaoui Case

Accused Sept. 11 conspirator Zacarias Moussaoui attempted to plead guilty to a revised federal indictment including charges that could carry the death penalty, but a federal judge refused to accept his plea and insisted he take a week to reconsider.